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School Board Tensions Rise Amid Mental Health Protests

9/19/2025

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The Hamilton County School Board established new meeting rules, including security checks and a 120-person capacity.
Outside, demonstrators protested for the return of Centerstone's mental health services.
Tensions rose as board member Jill Black criticized the decision, saying, "Blood on your hands!"
The board had previously voted to end Centerstone's services over ideological concerns.
The board voted 7-4 to postpone further discussion until next month.

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Story summary

The Hamilton County School Board established new meeting rules, including security checks and a 120-person capacity.
Outside, demonstrators protested for the return of Centerstone's mental health services.
Tensions rose as board member Jill Black criticized the decision, saying, "Blood on your hands!"
The board had previously voted to end Centerstone's services over ideological concerns.
The board voted 7-4 to postpone further discussion until next month.